The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW) has awarded Uline, one of North America’s leading distributors of shipping, industrial and packaging products, its 2026 Distributors Deliver Award.

NAW’s top annual award recognizes forward-thinking wholesaler-distributors that demonstrate industry leadership, robust community engagement and a transformative commitment to innovation in the distribution sector.

Uline — ranked No. 1 on MDM’s Top Distributors JanSan and Packaging List  — is being honored for its “extraordinary contributions to the distribution industry, its role as a major economic engine across North America, and its strong commitment to community partnership,” according to NAW officials.

“Uline’s commitment to operational excellence, economic growth and community stewardship exemplifies what it means to deliver for America,” NAW President and CEO Eric Hoplin said.

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The association also called out the company’s community engagement efforts, including its support of local food drives, trash pick-ups and donations to early educational programs.

Liz Uihlein, Founder and President of Uline, will accept the award on the company’s behalf at the 2026 NAW Institute Gala on January 27 in Washington, D.C., which is held during the NAW Executive Summit.

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“Uline has been a proud member of NAW since 2008, and I am honored to accept this recognition on behalf of the entire Uline team,” Uihlein said. “2025 has been a challenging year for our industry as we navigated supply chain disruptions and ever-changing tariff policies. Through it all, Uline has remained committed to exceptional service, strong values and supporting our employees and the communities where we live and work.”

Previous Recipients of NAW’s Distributor’s Deliver Award

• 2025: Building materials distributor ABC Supply
• 2024: Tom Gale — MDM’s CEO and owner from 1992-2024
• 2023: Jade West  — NAW’s former Chief Government Relations Officer
• 2022: A collective group of NAW member distributors that donated a combined $1 million+ in PPE and other supplies to help with COVID-19 relief